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/ˈmæz.di.ɪzəm/ · maz·di·asm
noun
- A historical term for Zoroastrianism, especially emphasizing worship of the deity Ahura Mazda. In his travelogue, the author described the fire temples of Persia as centers of Mazdaism.
- The doctrinal system or belief in the supremacy of Ahura Mazda as the singular, wise god. Mazdaism taught that truth and order (asha) were upheld by the divine wisdom of Ahura Mazda.
Synonyms
ZoroastrianismAhuric faithancient Persian religionIranian paganismMazda worshippre‑Islamic Persian faith
Antonyms
Did you know? The term 'Mazdaism' fell out of scholarly favor in the early 20th century as 'Zoroastrianism' became the preferred English name for the religion.